Selected page of 2006 Training Catalog
PHILOSOPHY
The philosophy of the Wisconsin State Patrol Academy is to: Support the mission of the Division of State Patrol by providing training
to both sworn and non-sworn personnel. Facilitate training programs of other state, county, municipal, and federal
departments and agencies by providing physical and staff support. Commit itself to the development and presentation of high quality,
meaningful, and contemporary training programs. Meet or exceed the standards for law enforcement training as
established by the Department of Justice, Training and Standards
Bureau. Courteously strive to satisfy the professional needs of our student and
non-student users. Provide an environment of quality instructors, positive attitudes, pleasant
and functional facilities, and equipment, which contribute to effective
and efficient learning. Willingly provide facilities when available for community and civic
organization use. Efficiently maintain training documentation for studen
| GENERAL INFORMATION
ENROLLMENT
Enrollment offered to local law enforcement agencies is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please read the requirements for attendance at specialized training programs. Many programs
have curriculum designed and developed to serve personnel with specified levels of training and
experience. Feel free to call if you have any questions concerning any training programs. A
Program Enrollment Application Form has been included in this catalog for your convenience.
This form may be photocopied.
DRESS CODE
Law enforcement is a proud and highly visible profession. The Academy staffs, as well as the
students, are continually being evaluated by visitors, both uniformed and civilian. In order to
reflect the pride of our profession and enhance the image of law enforcement, all students are
required to adhere to a prescribed dress code. Unless otherwise directed, all students are to wear
their departmental uniform. For those specialized trai
| CERTIFIED PUBLIC MANAGERS PROGRAM
8 WEEK COURSE (SEE BELOW FOR DATES)
COURSE ESCRIPTION:
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Wisconsin Certified Public Manager Program For Professional Law Enforcement Managers
This 8-week program is offered in cooperation with the Wisconsin Certified Public Manager Program under the
auspices of the University of Wisconsin Department of Professional Development and Applied Studies. As you
participate in a wide variety of classes and proceed throughout the program, you will acquire new ideas and
approaches to your workplace. You will interact with other professional law enforcement managers to discuss
emerging issues and contemporary problems. Following the successful completion of the program you will receive
certification by the Wisconsin Certified Public Managers Program and will join a growing national network of
professional public managers.
NOTE: Successful completion of this course will provide SIX GRADUATE CREDITS through the University of
Wisconsin-Pl
| DEFENSE ND RREST TACTICS INSTRUCTOR
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UGUST 14 -29, 2006
COURSE ESCRIPTION:
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This will be a train-the-trainer program designed to meet the requirements for Defense and Arrest Tactics Instructor
certification from the Training and Standards Bureau. The program will follow the LESB training guide.
TOPICS OF INSTRUCTION INCLUDE:
How DAAT training fits into the general unified tactical training approach to law enforcement training.
How DAAT training is related to the other tactical subjects
Review of the key DAAT concepts, which are the basis of unified tactical training.
Proper use and application of force
Disturbance Resolution
Intervention Options
Incident Response
Familiarization of the Training and Standards Student and Instructor Manuals for the topic of DAAT
Run through and review of the DAAT training curriculum
Student Teach Backs
PREREQUISITE:
Wisconsin Certified Law Enforcement Officer
Attended an Instructor Development Prog
| HONOR GUARD TRAINING
SEPTEMBER 25 27, 2006
COURSE ESCRIPTION:
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This program is being offered to local and state law enforcement personnel who are interested in learning protocol
and techniques necessary to become an effective/professional honor guard unit.
TOPICS OF INSTRUCTION INCLUDE:
Facing movements and marching
Proper technique for folding the American Flag
Graveside flag presentation protocol
Funeral home, church and graveside formations
What To Bring:
Attendees will need to bring honor guard uniform and other related items (i.e., Hat, Gloves, Etc.)
Rifle, if available, used for grave side salute (NO LIVE AMMO)
PREREQUISITE:
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
PROGRAM LENGTH:
24 hours
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT:
28 Students
PROGRAM OSTS:
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COMMUTER (TUITION W/ NOON MEALS)
$150.00
RESIDENT (TUITION W/ ALL MEALS LODGING)
$250.00
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MERICAN STANDARD EHICLE INSPECTION (PART B)
OCTOBER 16 20, 2006
COURSE ESCRIPTION:
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This course is designed to certify law enforcement officers in the enforcement of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Regulations (FMCSR- CFR 49), adopted by Tr. 325 and 327, as they relate to vehicle qualifications. This course will
provide instruction on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, State Transportation Rules 325 and 327, as
well as the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliances (CVSA) out of service criteria.
The bulk of this course will deal with Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) equipment requirements. Officers will
become familiar with CMV equipment requirements and how to check for compliance with those requirements.
Instructors for this program will be provided by the National Training Center in Arlington Va. Being that this is a
Federal Program a passing score of 80% or higher is required on the final exam for successful completion.
T ICS OF INSTRU
| POLICE MOTOR CYCLE OPERATOR
JUNE 19 30, 2006
COURSE ESCRIPTION:
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This training program is designed to provide the Motor officer with a thorough knowledge of basic police motorcycle
operation. Upon successful completion of the program the student will have the coordination, skill, and confidence
needed for the student to operate a police motorcycle safely and efficiently.
TOPICS OF INSTRUCTION:
Machine Nomenclature
Slow speed maneuvering
Control
Braking
Curve negotiation
Minor motorcycle maintenance
Defensive driving techniques
Law enforcement riding techniques
PREREQUISITE:
Valid Motorcycle Endorsement
PROGRAM LENGTH:
80 Hours
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT:
10 Students
PROGRAM OSTS:
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COMMUTER (TUITION W/ NOON MEALS) 925.00
RESIDENT (TUITION W/ ALL MEALS LODGING) 1245.00
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| PROFESSIONAL SUPERVISORY DEVELOPMENT
SEPTEMBER 11 22, 2006
COURSE ESCRIPTION:
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This two-week course will provide the cornerstone for all of your managerial and supervisory instruction. Typically,
the best patrol officer is promoted and then expected to do an entirely different job equally well, with little or no
instruction in how to effectively supervise others to get the job done. Heres an opportunity to discuss up-to-theminute supervisory and managerial issues with nationally renowned police administrators who combine extensive
personnel and management experience with solid academic credentials.
Northwestern University Center For Public Safety provides faculty for this course.
TOPICS OF INSTRUCTION INCLUDE:
The Personal Profile System: Disc
The Supervisory Challenge
Communication
Employee Performance Appraisal
Motivational Principles
Leadership
The Disciplinary Process And The Supervisors Role In Complaint Investigations
Responsibilities Of A Sta
| SPEED COMPUTER (VASCAR) INSTRUCTOR
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UGUST 15 16, 2006
COURSE ESCRIPTION:
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This course is designed to prepare participants to become proficient in the use of Speed Computers and to develop
their instructional skills sufficiently to present VASCAR training programs to new VASCAR operators. This program is
designed for any law enforcement officer who is a certified speed computer operator that intends to instruct speed
computer training
TOPICS OF INSTRUCTION INCLUDE:
History and theory of speed computers
Installation and Trouble shooting
Operational considerations
Re-certification process
Testing and evaluation
Classroom presentations
PREREQUISITE:
Student must be a current certified speed computer operator.
Students may wish to bring with them a VASCAR unit they are currently using on the job.
PROGRAM LENGTH:
8 Hours
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT:
25 Students
PROGRAM OSTS:
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COMMUTER (TUITION W/NOON MEALS)
$120.00
RESIDENT (TUITION W/ALL
| TRAFFIC LAW ENFORCEMENT
AUGUST 28 SEPTEMBER 1, 2006
COURSE ESCRIPTION:
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This program is designed to provide the patrol officer with a thorough knowledge of traffic laws and enforcement
techniques.
Completion of the program will enable the officer to perform routine and selective types of traffic enforcement with
consistency and expertise, as well as, successful preparation of cases for prosecution within the judicial system.
TOPICS OF INSTRUCTION:
Elements of the Offense
General Provisions
Driving, Meeting, Overtaking and Passing Violations
Rules of Right of Way
Rights and Duties of Drivers, Pedestrians and Bicyclists
Turning, Stopping, and Required Signals
Speed Restrictions
Reckless Driving
Legal Issues, and Procedures of OMVWI Enforcement
Miscellaneous Rules
Trans 305 and ss. Chapter 347
Drivers License Laws
Registration Laws
Size, Weight, and Load Violations
Fake Identifications
PREREQUISITE:
Certified Law Enforcement Officer
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| CANCELLATION/REGISTRATION POLICY
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE
1. Each training program described in the Wisconsin State Patrol Academy training catalog
has a maximum class size. Reservations will be accepted only from department training
officers or authorized supervisory personnel. Contact the Academy at (608) 269-2500
to reserve seats in desired programs. A completed student enrollment form must be
submitted to the Academy either by mail or FAX for each student in each course.
Reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations will be
accepted on a waiting list for programs, which have reached the maximum enrollment
number.
CANCELLATION PROCEDURE
1. It is the responsibility of the department training officer or person named in the
authorizing signature block, to notify the State Patrol Academy of a cancellation of a
course reservation or enrollment as soon as possible.
2. Our Policy of limited enrollments make it necessary to access a $50.
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